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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>The NFB of SC’s Federation Center of the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Has a computer training programs that can help!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn how to use your computer, smart phone and other devices. Using assistive technology gives <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>you ease of access to these devices. All our instructors are certified in the software and the devices <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> they teach. In addition, all our instructors have vision loss and are personally knowledgeable from <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> a blindness standpoint.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Federation Center staff works with the South Carolina Commission for the Blind in training their students to better prepare them to enter the work force. We continue to work with the Veterans Administration to conduct training assessments and training of their deserving vets. We also work with private companies to provide training for their staff to provide job retention skills.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Due to the overwhelming interest of others who greatly desire to obtain this training, we are beginning a brand-new program!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>o If you are not sponsored by another entity such as State Agencies, Federal programs, or even a private company you can still receive this training!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>o Our new program is for individuals! The program would start with a four-hour block of time which would begin upon acceptance and when payment is received.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>o We teach both virtually and in person at our center located at the address below. We have completely renovated our computer classroom to accommodate many students!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>o Become more independent and surprise your family and friends by your newly found freedom!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> For further information or to apply contact:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ed Bible, Chairman <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Federation Center of the Blind <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>119 S. Kilbourne Rd. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Columbia, SC 29205<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>803-796-1954 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:ebible@sc.rr.com">ebible@sc.rr.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>David Houck, Executive Director<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>803-254-3777<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:nfbsc@sc.rr.com">nfbsc@sc.rr.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>